An Étienne-Lucien Blerzy 18K Gold and Enamel Snuff Box, Paris, circa 1805 Marks: (eagle head), (rooster head), 313, (baby head-2), (flower-ELB) 0-5/8 x 3-1/4 x 1-1/8 inches (1.6 x 8.2 x 2.9 cm) 2.37 troy ounces Property from the Collection of Dr. David Mehler PROVENANCE: Christie's, London, OPULENCE: Silver, Gold Boxes, 19th Century Furniture & Works of Art, November 29, 2016, lot no. 108. The snuff box inscribed Du petit Dunkerque to flange. HID03101062020© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

The snuff in overall very good condition, with delicate engine-turning and enamels, and free from losses or observable repairs. Faint surface scratches concentrated at central cartouche and located elsewhere, as is typical with age.
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